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LESSON 3: STAYING SAFE OUTDOORS
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program provided by:
Earthquakes can come at any time without
warning so it is important to know what to do
when an earthquake hits, even if you are not
at home. Teach yourself and family members
to react automatically when the shaking starts.
How to take cover during an
earthquake
• If you’re outdoors: move to a clear area,
away from trees, signs, buildings, or
electrical power lines.
• If you’re on a sidewalk or near buildings:
duck into a doorway to protect yourself from
falling bricks, glass, plaster, and other debris
OR move away from the buildings into an
open area.
• If you’re in a car or other vehicle: pull over
to the side of the road and stop. Avoid
overpasses, power lines, and other hazards.
Stay inside the vehicle until the shaking is
over.
• If you’re in a crowded store: do not rush
for exits. Move away from display shelves
containing objects that could fall.
• If you’re in a wheelchair: stay in it. If possible,
move to cover and lock your wheels. Protect
your head with your arms.
• If you’re in an outdoor stadium: stay in your
seat and protect your head with your arms.
Wait until the shaking is over and then leave
in a calm, orderly manner.
After an earthquake
• Avoid damaged areas, especially near
unstable buildings.
• Avoid hazards, such as downed power lines,
broken glass and damaged electrical wiring.
• If you smell gas, alert an adult immediately.
• Use your emergency communications plan
to make contact with family members if you
have been separated.
Falling debris can be very
dangerous both during and
after an earthquake.
True or False
Earthquakes can be predicted
much like tornadoes or
hurricanes.
True or False
We can always tell where an
earthquake has occurred
because we can see the
ground on the surface that has
moved.
True or False
Aftershocks may cause as
much damage as the main
shock.
True or False
Always turn off the gas and
water after an earthquake.
True or False
Earthquakes occur most often
during cold weather.
True or False
The safest place during an
earthquake is under a sturdy
table.
True or False
You should keep at least
3 days of supplies in your
Supply Kit for use after
an earthquake or other
emergency.
True or False
(Answers: True, False, False, True, False,
False, True, True)
Earthquake
Hazard Quiz
Activity:
1. Conduct a hazard hunt outside the school building.
Ask students to identify potential hazards on the
school grounds and around the building.
2. How would you take cover in each of these areas
to stay safe during an earthquake?
Look for lesson 4 on Thursday, November 10.
This lesson is part of the Newspapers In Education
program, Earthquakes. To learn more about this free
program, visit nie.newsok.com or contact
jjenkins@opubco.com

LESSON 3: STAYING SAFE OUTDOORS
Newspapers for this educational
program provided by:
Earthquakes can come at any time without
warning so it is important to know what to do
when an earthquake hits, even if you are not
at home. Teach yourself and family members
to react automatically when the shaking starts.
How to take cover during an
earthquake
• If you’re outdoors: move to a clear area,
away from trees, signs, buildings, or
electrical power lines.
• If you’re on a sidewalk or near buildings:
duck into a doorway to protect yourself from
falling bricks, glass, plaster, and other debris
OR move away from the buildings into an
open area.
• If you’re in a car or other vehicle: pull over
to the side of the road and stop. Avoid
overpasses, power lines, and other hazards.
Stay inside the vehicle until the shaking is
over.
• If you’re in a crowded store: do not rush
for exits. Move away from display shelves
containing objects that could fall.
• If you’re in a wheelchair: stay in it. If possible,
move to cover and lock your wheels. Protect
your head with your arms.
• If you’re in an outdoor stadium: stay in your
seat and protect your head with your arms.
Wait until the shaking is over and then leave
in a calm, orderly manner.
After an earthquake
• Avoid damaged areas, especially near
unstable buildings.
• Avoid hazards, such as downed power lines,
broken glass and damaged electrical wiring.
• If you smell gas, alert an adult immediately.
• Use your emergency communications plan
to make contact with family members if you
have been separated.
Falling debris can be very
dangerous both during and
after an earthquake.
True or False
Earthquakes can be predicted
much like tornadoes or
hurricanes.
True or False
We can always tell where an
earthquake has occurred
because we can see the
ground on the surface that has
moved.
True or False
Aftershocks may cause as
much damage as the main
shock.
True or False
Always turn off the gas and
water after an earthquake.
True or False
Earthquakes occur most often
during cold weather.
True or False
The safest place during an
earthquake is under a sturdy
table.
True or False
You should keep at least
3 days of supplies in your
Supply Kit for use after
an earthquake or other
emergency.
True or False
(Answers: True, False, False, True, False,
False, True, True)
Earthquake
Hazard Quiz
Activity:
1. Conduct a hazard hunt outside the school building.
Ask students to identify potential hazards on the
school grounds and around the building.
2. How would you take cover in each of these areas
to stay safe during an earthquake?
Look for lesson 4 on Thursday, November 10.
This lesson is part of the Newspapers In Education
program, Earthquakes. To learn more about this free
program, visit nie.newsok.com or contact
jjenkins@opubco.com